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In what year was Alpha Tau Omega founded?
In what year was Alpha Tau Omega founded?
1865
ATO is not a ___ club.
ATO is not a ___ club.
social
ATO was the first fraternity to be founded after the ___ war.
ATO was the first fraternity to be founded after the ___ war.
Civil
Who were the big three who founded ATO?
Who were the big three who founded ATO?
What were the founders' hopes for ATO?
What were the founders' hopes for ATO?
ATO was the first fraternity founded as a ___, not as a local or sectional society.
ATO was the first fraternity founded as a ___, not as a local or sectional society.
What principles is ATO built on?
What principles is ATO built on?
ATO was not founded in ___ of or in ___ to any existing fraternity.
ATO was not founded in ___ of or in ___ to any existing fraternity.
What did ATO demonstrate early on regarding geographic boundaries?
What did ATO demonstrate early on regarding geographic boundaries?
Where was ATO's first fraternity house located?
Where was ATO's first fraternity house located?
What was the first chapter of any fraternity established in the Northwest?
What was the first chapter of any fraternity established in the Northwest?
Founded the Pennsylvania, Tau Chapter in which year?
Founded the Pennsylvania, Tau Chapter in which year?
What name was coined for ATO due to its leadership among fraternities?
What name was coined for ATO due to its leadership among fraternities?
In what year was Leadershape founded by ATO?
In what year was Leadershape founded by ATO?
Who coined the term 'Help Week' at ATO?
Who coined the term 'Help Week' at ATO?
From whom did ATO receive an award in June 1995?
From whom did ATO receive an award in June 1995?
For what reason was ATO recognized by the Smithsonian Institute?
For what reason was ATO recognized by the Smithsonian Institute?
What was the purpose of the ATO Roadshow?
What was the purpose of the ATO Roadshow?
Both the spiritual development program and the ATO Roadshow have been recognized by which award?
Both the spiritual development program and the ATO Roadshow have been recognized by which award?
Hazing is far from the ___ of ATO.
Hazing is far from the ___ of ATO.
ATO is based on ___ and ___ principles.
ATO is based on ___ and ___ principles.
One of the quickest ways to get in trouble is irresponsible ___ use.
One of the quickest ways to get in trouble is irresponsible ___ use.
ATO is a member of which organization?
ATO is a member of which organization?
Members will abide by what regarding alcohol?
Members will abide by what regarding alcohol?
When did ATO first sponsor co-educational leadership conferences nationwide?
When did ATO first sponsor co-educational leadership conferences nationwide?
National Fraternity expects six responsibilities, one of which is ___
National Fraternity expects six responsibilities, one of which is ___
Brotherhood begins after what?
Brotherhood begins after what?
Does ATO want brothers to be proactive or reactive?
Does ATO want brothers to be proactive or reactive?
Our chapter is judged on the ___ of our conduct and the ___ of our brothers.
Our chapter is judged on the ___ of our conduct and the ___ of our brothers.
What are the four most well-known and common fraternity poor choices?
What are the four most well-known and common fraternity poor choices?
List five keys to keeping college manageable.
List five keys to keeping college manageable.
Recruitment is ___ the future of ATO.
Recruitment is ___ the future of ATO.
What are the 10 keys to being an 'Ideal ATO'?
What are the 10 keys to being an 'Ideal ATO'?
Study Notes
Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) Overview
- Founded in 1865, ATO is recognized as the first fraternity established after the Civil War.
- Aimed to reunite the nation's youth in brotherhood, fostering healing post-war.
Founding Figures
- Key founders: Otis Allen Glazebrook, Alfred Marshall, and Erskine Mayo Ross.
- The fraternity was created as a national organization, not merely a local or sectional group.
Principles and Values
- ATO is grounded in Christian-based principles and is known to operate without geographical bias ("knew no north south east or west").
- The organization emphasizes eternal and immutable principles.
Historic Milestones
- ATO's first fraternity house was established at the University of the South, Sewanee, in 1880.
- The Alpha Sigma Chapter at Oregon State was founded in 1882, marking ATO’s expansion into the Northwest.
- In 1881, ATO established the Tau Chapter in Pennsylvania, just 16 years after its founding.
Leadership and Innovations
- Known as "America's Leadership Development Fraternity," ATO developed the Leadershape program, initiated in 1986, focused on leadership training.
- The term "Help Week" was introduced by Robert Lollar, promoting a more productive approach to fraternity activities.
Awards and Recognition
- Received an award from the Smithsonian Institute in June 1995 for innovative use of technology in communication within the government sector.
- Both the spiritual development program and ATO Roadshow have earned the prestigious "Laurel Wreath" award from the North American Interfraternity Conference.
Values Against Hazing
- ATO's Creed denounces hazing, advocating for responsible conduct and adherence to ethical principles.
- Members are expected to comply with alcohol-related local, state, and federal laws.
Recruitment and Responsibilities
- Recruitment is essential for ATO, perceived as its "lifeblood" and future.
- Members are expected to uphold six key responsibilities: finance management, personal conduct, academic performance, recruitment, participation in significant events, and relations with the national fraternity.
Personal Growth and Best Practices
- The fraternity encourages proactive behavior among members for academic and personal development.
- Key strategies for managing college life effectively include building a time management system, studying efficiently, taking useful notes, knowing instructors, and mastering exam techniques.
- ATO highlights poor choices commonly made in fraternities, including alcohol abuse and poor judgment, emphasizing the importance of strong moral character and academic achievement.
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Test your knowledge on the founding history of Alpha Tau Omega with these flashcards. Covering key events and figures from the fraternity's inception in 1865, this quiz will help reinforce your understanding of ATO's origins and principles.
